Vande Bharat Viral Video: Clip Shows Express Gliding Through Waterlogged Tracks in Mumbai Rains, Sparks Mixed Reaction
A video showing a Vande Bharat Express travelling through waterlogged railway tracks in Mumbai has gone viral on social media. Filmed near Kanjurmarg during heavy rainfall, the clip has drawn praise from some users for the train's performance, while others raised concerns about monsoon preparedness and infrastructure as the city continues to face severe rain and flooding.
A video showing a Vande Bharat Express travelling through waterlogged railway tracks in Mumbai has gone viral on social media, drawing widespread attention amid the city's ongoing spell of heavy monsoon rainfall. The clip, reportedly filmed near Kanjurmarg, captures the train moving steadily through flooded tracks as water sprays high on both sides, prompting a mix of admiration and concern online.
The video was shared on X (formerly Twitter) on July 4, when heavy rain had caused waterlogging across several parts of Mumbai. While many users praised the train's performance, others used the viral clip to highlight the need for stronger infrastructure and better monsoon preparedness.
Vande Bharat Viral Video
Feels like a Movie Scene ft Vande Bharat Express! pic.twitter.com/ppGgjg8bma
— Trains of India 🇮🇳 (@trainwalebhaiya) July 4, 2026
People on the bridge must be scared like anything for a moment.
Although dangerous operations I believe.
— Shivansh Singh 🇮🇳 (@the_747guy) July 4, 2026
Reel minister will tweet this as positive thing for vande bharat😅
— Shivprasad✖ (@shivprasad1990) July 5, 2026
Good for effects, but dangerous. Why is the water clogging there ?
— ProgressiveBharat (@forthright_IND) July 4, 2026
Viral Video Sparks Mixed Reactions
The footage shows the Vande Bharat Express continuing its journey across a stretch of track where rainwater had accumulated over the rails. As the train moves forward, large sprays of water rise from both sides, creating visuals that quickly gained traction on social media.
"Feels like a Movie Scene ft Vande Bharat Express!" Trains of India wrote on X while sharing the video. Another user described the train as a symbol of monsoon resilience, while others commented that the footage showed that nothing can stop Mumbai.
However, not all reactions were celebratory. Several users pointed out that the visuals also reflected the need for improved infrastructure to deal with recurring monsoon-related flooding.
Heavy Rain Continues Across Mumbai
The viral video comes as Mumbai continues to witness widespread waterlogging in low-lying areas following intense rainfall.
Flooded roads have caused traffic congestion and delayed daily commutes, while the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued red alerts for parts of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, forecasting extremely heavy rainfall.
Railway Services Continue With Precautions
Despite challenging weather conditions, railway operations have largely continued across Mumbai.
Officials said train services on some routes were operating at reduced speeds as track conditions were being closely monitored. However, services were maintained wherever possible to ensure passenger safety and minimise disruption.
Mumbai's suburban and long-distance rail network is the city's primary mode of public transport, carrying millions of passengers every day. During the southwest monsoon, railway authorities regularly monitor track conditions, adjust train speeds where necessary and deploy teams to clear waterlogged sections to keep services operational while prioritising passenger safety.
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